Certified Cloud Security and Governance Professional - CCSGP

This vendor-agnostic, comprehensive course provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills to design, implement, manage, and assess the security of cloud computing solutions. Gain the expertise needed to protect data, applications, and infrastructure across various cloud platforms and service models.

Fundamentals of Cloud Computing & Security: Cloud service models, deployment models, shared responsibility model, key cloud security challenges.
Cloud Infrastructure Security: Securing compute, storage, and networking resources; virtualization security; container and serverless security.
Identity and Access Management (IAM): Federated identity, multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM) in the cloud.
Data Security in the Cloud: Data classification, encryption (at rest, in transit, in use), key management, data loss prevention (DLP).
Application Security in the Cloud: Secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) for cloud applications, API security, DevSecOps principles.
Cloud Network Security: Virtual private clouds (VPCs), security groups, network segmentation, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), web application firewalls (WAFs).
Security Operations and Incident Response: Logging, monitoring, security information and event management (SIEM) in the cloud, incident response planning and execution.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Cloud security frameworks, audit and compliance, legal and regulatory considerations.
Discussions on standards like ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, Cloud Controls Matrix, NIST Framework.
Learn what is involved in cloud risk management.
Platform-Specific Security: Deep dives into security features and best practices for leading cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Emerging Technologies & Trends: Security implications of AI/ML in the cloud, IoT security in cloud ecosystems, confidential computing.
The effect of AI in the Cloud: How the emergence of AI has impacted the cloud services, regulations and the users and providers.

IT and IT security professionals, security analysts, engineers, and architects
IT Security Professionals
Information Security Managers
Network Engineers and Administrators
System Administrators
Cloud Engineers and Architects
DevOps Engineers
IT Managers seeking to understand cloud security risks.
Aspiring CIOs / CISOs
Consultants and auditors
Anyone who is looking to specialize in the rapidly evolving field of cloud security

Basic Knowledge of IT and Information Security.
A minimum of 3 years of working experience in IT and information security areas.

1. Gain a deep understanding of cloud architectures, security principles, threats, and mitigation techniques
2. Enables a professional to play the role of a cloud security manageer
3. Enables professionals from traditional IT or security roles to pivot into the booming cloud sector.
4. Strong cloud security expertise can lead to senior security roles like Cloud Security Architect, Security Manager, or CISO.
5. Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks specific to cloud environments
6. Understand how to navigate complex regulatory landscapes (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, etc.) in the cloud

Exam consisting of multiple-choice questions
Number of questions: 50
Exam duration: 75 minutes
Passing criteria: 65% to be scored

1. What is the mode of this course?
The course is available in either modes, classroom or virtual.

2. Is VILT a live training, or do I get access to watch pre-recorded videos?
This is a live virtual instructor-led training (VILT) session where you can interact with the trainer. Pre-recorded videos are not available or permitted.

3. Will I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Please check Cancellation and Refund Policy page.

4. Can the dates of the training be customized?
The training dates are published in advance, although you may let us know your preferred dates for exclusive training by mailing us on [email protected].

5. How does Certified Cloud Security and Governance Professional Training help?
The training adequately equips you with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to design, implement, manage, and assess the security of cloud computing solutions.

6. To whom is this training relevant?

• IT and IT security professionals, security analysts, engineers, and architects
• Network Engineers and Administrators
• DevOps Engineers
• IT Managers seeking to understand cloud security risks
• Aspiring CIOs / CISOs
• Consultants and auditors

7. Are there any prerequisites to attending the training?

• Basic Knowledge of IT and Information Security.
• A minimum of 3 years of working experience in IT and information security areas.

8. How are the examinations hosted?
Remotely proctored Online exam.

9. What is the duration of the examination?
Exam duration is 75 minutes.

10. How are participants assessed during the course?
Participants must appear for an online examination at the end of the course, which is remotely proctored.

11. What is the passing criterion for a written examination?
Minimum passing criteria is 65%.

The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions.

12. Will I be awarded a certificate for attending the training course?
The Certificate of Successful Completion will be awarded by TUV SUD to participants.

13. Is it possible to retake the online final exam? Under what conditions is this possible?
Students who fail the online examination are allowed one retake examination at no cost.

14. Will I be charged for an online exam retake?
You will have to contact one of the TÜV SÜD representatives to avail one retake exam at no cost.